What to Do After an Arrest

Advice from Our Jacksonville Criminal Defense Lawyer

In the event you or someone you know is arrested or under investigation for a crime, it is extremely important that your rights are not violated. The Fifth and Sixth Amendments of the U.S. Constitution and Article I Section 12 provide significant rights to the accused. In that respect, everyone has the right to remain silent and the right to the assistance of an attorney. We recommend that our clients immediately exercise those rights in order to protect against abuses.

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Should You Talk to the Police?

Communicating with law enforcement at any stage of the proceedings without a knowledgeable, highly skilled attorney is not recommended. Attorney Mitch Stone provides clients with contact information and takes phone calls after hours and on weekends in case of emergency situations. He has been able to assist clients when they are unexpectedly confronted by law enforcement officers with criminal accusations.

If you are arrested, it is advisable to request to speak to a lawyer before making any statements. In the event communication with law enforcement is determined to be beneficial, it should take place in the presence of your lawyer to ensure that any statements are not misinterpreted or changed.

It is important that any statement made to law enforcement be complete, accurate and not taken out of context. There are countless situations where people are convicted due to statements made without the assistance of a skilled criminal defense lawyer. Law enforcement officers can make mistakes either intentionally or inadvertently when taking statements from the accused.

Having a lawyer present helps prevent against problems that may arise due to miscommunication or manipulation; Mitchell A. Stone, P.A. understands how making statements to law enforcement can sometimes be advisable. In those circumstances having a lawyer present is vital. Your rights are important. Board Certified Criminal Defense attorney Mitch Stone gives you his cell phone number to ensure he is available so that you are protected no matter when the law enforcement investigation against you begins

Don't Know What to Do if You Are Arrested?

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